Welding Engineer – Aerospace TIG/Orbital Welding Procedures

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Junior Welding Engineer to support the development and execution of TIG (GTAW) and orbital welding processes for aerospace components. The role involves assisting with welding procedure qualification, documentation, and shop-floor support in accordance with aerospace industry standards and customer specifications.

Key Focus Areas:

1. Welding Procedure Development:
   Assist in the creation, documentation, and testing of welding procedures (WPS/PQR) for TIG and orbital welding, specifically for aerospace materials like stainless steel, titanium, and Inconel.

2. Process Qualification Support:
   Participate in procedure qualification records (PQR), welder qualification tests (WQTR), and weld coupon preparation and evaluation.

3. Weld Process Documentation:
   Maintain accurate records of welding parameters, inspection results, and compliance documentation for internal use and customer audits.

4. Shop-Floor Support:
   Provide technical assistance to welders and production staff to ensure adherence to approved welding procedures and troubleshoot basic welding issues.

5. Compliance & Standards Awareness:
   Learn and apply relevant aerospace welding standards (e.g., AWS D17.1, ASME Section IX, NADCAP) under supervision.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting and updating welding procedure specifications (WPS) and work instructions.

• Support welding trials and data collection for new product or process introductions.

• Work with quality and inspection teams to track non-conformities and assist in root cause analysis.

• Maintain weld logs, inspection data, and documentation required for audits and certifications.

• Learn to evaluate weld quality visually and through NDT results under guidance.

• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance weld quality and repeatability.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Welding Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field.

• 0–2 years of experience in a welding-related engineering role; aerospace or high-precision manufacturing preferred.

• Basic knowledge of TIG welding, orbital welding equipment, and aerospace materials.

• Familiarity with welding symbols, blueprints, and basic GD&T.

• Understanding of safety standards and quality systems (AS9100, NADCAP) is a plus.

• Strong attention to detail, willingness to learn, and good communication skills.